I have a confession to make. I've never understood military history. I don't go out of my way to read military history, but while reading ordinary history I've often run across explanations of how the world's greatest generals were able to achieve their success. There is frequently a description of how a general would "outflank his opponent" and rout the enemy army. Or "seize the high ground." Or engage in a "surprise early morning attack."Here's what I've never understood. Why...